Finance Degree

The finance program at Jose Maria Vargas University prepares students for careers as a credit analyst, finance officer, financial advisor, financial analyst, financial planner, loan officer, or investment banker. The program focuses on planning, managing, and analyzing financial and monetary aspects and performance of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations. Program courses include: principles of accounting, financial instruments, capital planning, funds acquisition, asset and debt management, budgeting, financial analysis, and investments and portfolio management. Get more details below including other Utah colleges that offer finance degrees.

Jose Maria Vargas University

Also known as JMVU, Vargas University

648 East State Road, Unit B, American Fork, UT

Jose Maria Vargas University is a four year private institution that offers high quality education and training for its students located in and around Pembroke Pines. Over the past several years Jose Maria Vargas University has awarded degrees to over thirty students. Jose Maria Vargas University has several programs to choose from. The more popular enrolled programs are listed below:

• Child Care
• Early Childhood Education
• Graphic Design
• Business Administration

To support students and graduates, Jose Maria Vargas University may offer support services like:

• Night and weekend classes available
• Counseling assistance
• Work study style employment
• Helping students find work after graduation

The last reported accreditation for this school was done by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. Please visit jmvu.edu for more information on programs offered and consumer disclosures.

Career Options for Graduates

Chief Sustainability Officers

Description

Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.

General and Operations Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.

Treasurers and Controllers

Description

Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, treasurers and controllers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Provo-Orem, UT
  • Total Employment: 580
  • Average Hourly Rate: $53.20
  • Average Annual Salary: $110650

Budget Analysts

Description

Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, budget analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Provo-Orem, UT
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.54
  • Average Annual Salary: $73920

Credit Analysts

Description

Analyze credit data and financial statements of individuals or firms to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money. Prepare reports with credit information for use in decision making.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, credit analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Provo-Orem, UT
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.34
  • Average Annual Salary: $46460

Financial Analysts

Description

Conduct quantitative analyses of information affecting investment programs of public or private institutions.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, financial analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Provo-Orem, UT
  • Total Employment: 230
  • Average Hourly Rate: $34.22
  • Average Annual Salary: $71180

Personal Financial Advisors

Description

Advise clients on financial plans using knowledge of tax and investment strategies, securities, insurance, pension plans, and real estate. Duties include assessing clients' assets, liabilities, cash flow, insurance coverage, tax status, and financial objectives.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, personal financial advisors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 29.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Provo-Orem, UT
  • Total Employment: 170
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.65
  • Average Annual Salary: $65830

Loan Officers

Description

Evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of commercial, real estate, or credit loans. Advise borrowers on financial status and payment methods. Includes mortgage loan officers and agents, collection analysts, loan servicing officers, and loan underwriters.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, loan officers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Provo-Orem, UT
  • Total Employment: 650
  • Average Hourly Rate: $44.50
  • Average Annual Salary: $92560

Financial Quantitative Analysts

Description

Develop quantitative financial products used to inform individuals or financial institutions engaged in saving, lending, investing, borrowing, or managing risk. Investigate methods for financial analysis to create mathematical models used to develop improved analytical tools or advanced financial investment instruments.

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).